Saying no one goes hungry in Weehawken, the township has announced food distribution for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) recipients affected by the federal government shutdown and the suspension of SNAP. Approximately 600 Weehawken families, totally around 2,000 individuals, take advantage of the SNAP Program. These residents may now have trouble providing enough food for their families.
Beginning on Friday, November 7th, Weehawken residents may, with proof of township residency and SNAP credentials, pick up essential food items seven days a week between 8 am and 7 pm at the Senior Nutrition Center, located at 201 Highwood Avenue.
The township is working with state and local partners to ensure food is available, but the municipality is asking for the public’s assistance as well.
Beginning today, Wednesday, November 5th, you may drop off essential food items, seven days a week, between 8 am and 7 pm at four locations:
- 201 Highwood Avenue (Senior Nutrition Center)
- 22 Saint Lawrence Way (St. Lawrence Community Center)
- 2 50th Street (Weehawken Elks Lodge)
- 500 Port Imperial Blvd. (the storefront next to Dunkin’ Donuts)
The township is requesting donations items include canned and shelf stable foods; dry goods, such as rice, pasta, beans and cereal; baby formula and baby food; as well as diapers and wipes.
If you know of a resident in need, you are asked to call the Weehawken Town Hall Assistance Hotline at (201) 773-7676, or go to https://weehawken-nj.us/snap .